‘The Dink’: Hollywood Finally Recognizes America’s Newest Pastime
Jake Johnson leads a talented ensemble cast through a mostly by-the-numbers story.
07-21-2026
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‘You With the Sad Eyes’: Christina Applegate’s Courage Shines Through
In an intimate memoir, the television actress recounts how she dealt with personal trials.
07-21-2026
This Clever Grocery Store Shortcut Jazzes up Bagged Cole Slaw
If classic coleslaw took a tropical vacation, it would look and taste like this pineapple slaw. Here, sweet, juicy pineapple is folded into crisp cabbage and tossed with a creamy ...
07-22-2026
The Story Behind Chicago’s Most Iconic Hot Dog
Piled high with its signature seven toppings, the Chicago dog is a rite of passage for tourists and a source of hometown pride for locals.
07-22-2026
Pico de Gallo
View the print-ready version of this recipe. There’s nothing like the fresh, vibrant flavor of homemade pico de gallo. Also called salsa fresca or salsa Mexicana, it’s a simple mix ...
07-22-2026
Gravity and Creativity Prolong Products’ Useful Life
Food seems to last longer when stored upside-down in a container with a tightly fitting lid.
07-21-2026
How Major US Stock Indexes Fared July 21
More gains for makers of computer chips and other AI winners carried Wall Street higher. The S&P 500 rose 0.9 percent Tuesday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 0.7 percent, ...
07-21-2026
‘Watch on the Rhine’: Fighting Fascist Socialism
Bette Davis and Paul Lukas highlight the home as the battleground against Nazism.
07-21-2026
How to Use TIPS in Your Portfolio
Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities can help shield your savings from inflation, but they also carry risks investors shouldn't overlook.
07-22-2026
Why Melbourne’s Global Food Scene Feels Like Home
The biggest surprise that stayed with me from Melbourne was the excellence and articulations of Greek cuisine.
07-22-2026
Successful Home Bakery Entrepreneur Reveals the Key to Mastering Sourdough Baking
Home baker Emily Harryman found a way to sustain her family and teach others to do the same, through delicious sourdough creations.
07-22-2026
The Art of Wedding Gift-Giving: Etiquette Expert Reveals the Do’s and Don’ts
Bethany Friske breaks down whether cash is okay, how much value your gift should be, and how to get a gift that’s not on the registry.
07-18-2026
Country Potatoes, the ‘Classic Diner’ Side Dish of My Dreams
Simple, nostalgic, and easy to whip up, this no-fuss recipe turns the humble potato into the star of the meal. Country potatoes are the quintessential partner to a stack of ...
07-18-2026
What Is a Lady in the 21st Century?
Being a lady has little to do with wealth or social status and everything to do with respect, integrity, and grace.
07-17-2026
Healthy Nut Butter & Chocolate Cups
Homemade chocolate cups are an easy freezer dessert ideal for busy families and chocolate lovers alike.
07-17-2026
John D. Rockefeller: The Deeply Religious Standard Oil Tycoon
From tithing his first bookkeeper earnings to giving away hundreds of millions, the Gilded Age tycoon viewed wealth as a sacred trust from God.
07-20-2026
Claimed Too Early? A Social Security Do-Over Most People Miss
If you've claimed Social Security early, you may still have options to boost your future benefits.
07-18-2026
Justin Bieber’s ‘Hallelujah’ World Cup Show Comes as More Young Men Turn to Religion
The faith-oriented song expresses gratitude and praise for the blessings in life.
07-20-2026
For the Children’s Sake: Charles Loring Brace Rescued Children From the Streets
This installment of 'When Character Counted' heads to New York's slums and the man who rescued children from poverty and crime.
07-16-2026
‘I’m a Dad Before I’m a Cop’: Omaha Police Officers Rescue 4-Year-Old From Burning House
Around 2:30 a.m. on a quiet Tuesday morning, Omaha Police Officers Ian Baxter and David Eckstrom were handling a routine task: inspecting an abandoned car near 72nd and Pacific Streets. ...
07-17-2026
Za’atar Chicken Stuffed Peppers Protein Bowl
Colorful, protein-packed stuffed peppers were inspired by a yoga and meditation retreat I attended in the Greek Islands. One evening, this beautiful Mediterranean-inspired meal was served overlooking the sea, and ...
07-17-2026
The 5 Virtues of Odysseus’s Timeless Journey
What were the strengths of the man who travelled home for 20 years and defeated mythic monsters?
07-9-2026
The Benjamin Franklin Paradox–Why You Should Stop Giving and Start Asking
From a 1730s Philadelphia anecdote to modern lab experiments: How asking for a small favor flips the logic of give-and-take and fosters emotional connection.
06-23-2026
The Woman Who ‘Signed’ the Declaration of Independence
In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ we meet a printer who printed the first signed document that declared America's independence.
06-23-2026
The Art of Wedding Gift-Giving: Etiquette Expert Reveals the Do’s and Don’ts
Bethany Friske breaks down whether cash is okay, how much value your gift should be, and how to get a gift that’s not on the registry.
07-18-2026
Alan Jackson Plays Final Show to Sold Out Stadium
The classic country artist shaped the genre with poignant ballads and good-time anthems.
07-14-2026
‘Young Washington’: The Father of Our Country as You’ve Never Seen Him
This daring historic action piece takes big chances and mostly pays off in big ways.
06-27-2026
Lost Knowledge: Amazing Inventions That Made the Ancient World Ahead of Its Time
Earthquake monitoring, steam engines, surgery, and advanced materials: A journey through ancient inventions that were ahead of their time—and did not survive.
06-29-2026
Creating Nostalgia Today: What Will Your Children Remember?
An annual camping trip, a favorite storybook, or a holiday tradition may become the emotional touchstones of childhood.
06-26-2026
Seven Wonders of the Ancient World: The Hanging Gardens of Babylon
The exact location of these mythical gardens may have eluded historians.
07-10-2026
‘Historic Moment’: Fraser River Anglers Reel in Record-Breaking Sturgeon Nearly 12 Feet Long
As mornings on the Fraser River go, this one seemed unremarkable. A thin mist blanketed the swollen, high water near Chilliwack, British Columbia. The air was crisp. At 4:30 a.m., ...
07-10-2026
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John D. Rockefeller: The Deeply Religious Standard Oil Tycoon
From tithing his first bookkeeper earnings to giving away hundreds of millions, the Gilded Age tycoon viewed wealth as a sacred trust from God.
07-20-2026 
Wagner at Home: ‘Siegfried Idyll’
The German composer reveals his softer side in his birthday composition to his beloved wife, Cosima.
07-22-2026 
‘The Kentuckian’: The Rough Road Ahead
07-20-2026 
Why Fathers Should Stay Home Too
Modern remote work is giving some families the chance to reclaim home as the center of both work and the family
07-2-2026 
